MIT researchers have devised a unique flashing light therapy that holds a lot of potential as a treatment option for Alzheimer’s disease patients, utilizing a strip of LED lights to induce certain brain changes.

Flashing-light therapy makes it easier for the body's biological clock to transition to new time zone helping prevent jet lag. The method can help travelers and night-shift workers who need to adjust their circadian clock.

Experts at the University of British Columbia revealed that aside from winter blues, light therapy treatment can also be effective in treating other kinds of depression. The discovery will bring additional treatment options for patients with depression.